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Ushaw is a place where wonder, curiosity & amazement collide. Our arts, heritage and events venue is waiting for you to escape the everyday, stop the world for a while and be surprised.
Featured Events
The Conversation RoomRepeating Event
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Bringing together voices from a wide range of fields, these gatherings explore architecture, history, religion, wellbeing, and more.
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Bringing together voices from a wide range of fields, these gatherings explore architecture, history, religion, wellbeing, and more.
Discover Big LibraryRepeating Event
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Experience the Big Library on the first Friday of every month (July-Dec 2026).
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Experience the Big Library on the first Friday of every month (July-Dec 2026).
Summer Art Craft FairRepeating Event
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A stunning Summer celebration of the North East's seasoned and exciting rising artistic talent!
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A stunning Summer celebration of the North East's seasoned and exciting rising artistic talent!
Treasures of Ushaw: A Library ExperienceRepeating Event
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Experiences take place twice a month, featuring a curated viewing of up to 20 remarkable books and archival treasures.
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Experiences take place twice a month, featuring a curated viewing of up to 20 remarkable books and archival treasures.
Dinosaur TakeoverDaily
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Get ready for a prehistoric adventure as Ushaw Historic House is taken over by dinosaurs for one unforgettable weekend.
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Get ready for a prehistoric adventure as Ushaw Historic House is taken over by dinosaurs for one unforgettable weekend.
Ushaw Flower FestivalRepeating Event
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Experience the sound of the North East reimagined in flowers at Ushaw's Flower Festival.
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Experience the sound of the North East reimagined in flowers at Ushaw's Flower Festival.
Durham Brick ShowRepeating Event
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Feast your eyes on a fantastic array of intricate LEGO®️ creations at Durham Brick Show.
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Feast your eyes on a fantastic array of intricate LEGO®️ creations at Durham Brick Show.
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Ushaw Editions 2026
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Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
- Event Summary: Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Bare Bones
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A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
- Event Summary: A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
Forget Me Notes Choir
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Join our friendly and informal choir led by professional musician Bethany Elen Coyle.
- Event Summary: Join our friendly and informal choir led by professional musician Bethany Elen Coyle.
House & Chapels Tour
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Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for June
19th
Ushaw Editions 2026
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Event Summary:
Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
- Event Summary: Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Bare Bones
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A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
- Event Summary: A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
Friday Mass
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At the heart of Ushaw’s faith programme is the weekly Mass, which is held at 12.30pm every Friday.
- Event Summary: At the heart of Ushaw’s faith programme is the weekly Mass, which is held at 12.30pm every Friday.
Singing Bunnies
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Sing, dance, shake, rattle and bang along with talented local musician Rachel Purcell.
- Event Summary: Sing, dance, shake, rattle and bang along with talented local musician Rachel Purcell.
House & Chapels Tour
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Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for June
20th
Ushaw Historic House parkrun
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A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate.
- Event Summary: A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate.
Ushaw Editions 2026
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Event Summary:
Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
- Event Summary: Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Bare Bones
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A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
- Event Summary: A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
Saturday Young Stitchers
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Saturday Young Stitchers welcomes all abilities to hone their skills.
- Event Summary: Saturday Young Stitchers welcomes all abilities to hone their skills.
House & Chapels Tour
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Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for June
21st
Ushaw Editions 2026
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Event Summary:
Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
- Event Summary: Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland.
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Bare Bones
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Event Summary:
A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
- Event Summary: A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
House & Chapels Tour
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Event Summary:
Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for June
22nd
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Bare Bones
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Event Summary:
A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
- Event Summary: A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons.
Gentle Steps by Thrive
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Joining one of our Gentle Steps to Walking sessions is a great first step to a more active lifestyle.
- Event Summary: Joining one of our Gentle Steps to Walking sessions is a great first step to a more active lifestyle.
Events for June
23rd
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Open Prayer in St. Cuthbert’s Chapel
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St. Cuthbert’s Chapel is now open for silent prayer every Tuesday morning from 9.30am to 10am.
- Event Summary: St. Cuthbert’s Chapel is now open for silent prayer every Tuesday morning from 9.30am to 10am.
Events for June
24th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Volunteer Taster Days at Ushaw
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Come and get involved at Ushaw, through our volunteer and community events programme.
- Event Summary: Come and get involved at Ushaw, through our volunteer and community events programme.
Couch to 5K by Thrive
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In just 10 weeks, Couch to 5k is an easy way to get fitter, happier and healthier.
- Event Summary: In just 10 weeks, Couch to 5k is an easy way to get fitter, happier and healthier.
The Conversation Room
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Event Summary:
Bringing together voices from a wide range of fields, these gatherings explore architecture, history, religion, wellbeing, and more.
- Event Summary: Bringing together voices from a wide range of fields, these gatherings explore architecture, history, religion, wellbeing, and more.
Events for June
25th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Forget Me Notes Choir
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Event Summary:
Join our friendly and informal choir led by professional musician Bethany Elen Coyle.
- Event Summary: Join our friendly and informal choir led by professional musician Bethany Elen Coyle.
House & Chapels Tour
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Event Summary:
Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for June
26th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Friday Mass
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Event Summary:
At the heart of Ushaw’s faith programme is the weekly Mass, which is held at 12.30pm every Friday.
- Event Summary: At the heart of Ushaw’s faith programme is the weekly Mass, which is held at 12.30pm every Friday.
Singing Bunnies
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Event Summary:
Sing, dance, shake, rattle and bang along with talented local musician Rachel Purcell.
- Event Summary: Sing, dance, shake, rattle and bang along with talented local musician Rachel Purcell.
House & Chapels Tour
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Event Summary:
Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
The Wedding Walk – 150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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The wedding dress fashion show is a special, exclusive event to compliment our wedding dress exhibition.
- Event Summary: The wedding dress fashion show is a special, exclusive event to compliment our wedding dress exhibition.
Events for June
27th
Ushaw Historic House parkrun
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Event Summary:
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate.
- Event Summary: A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate.
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Snapshot
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Snapshot focuses on both the general and local history of photography.
- Event Summary: Snapshot focuses on both the general and local history of photography.
House & Chapels Tour
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Event Summary:
Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Music for a Summer Evening – St Andrew’s Operatic Society
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St Andrew’s Operatic Society presents Music For A Summer Evening in the atmospheric surroundings of St Cuthbert’s Chapel.
- Event Summary: St Andrew’s Operatic Society presents Music For A Summer Evening in the atmospheric surroundings of St Cuthbert’s Chapel.
Events for June
28th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
House & Chapels Tour
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Event Summary:
Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for June
29th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Gentle Steps by Thrive
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Event Summary:
Joining one of our Gentle Steps to Walking sessions is a great first step to a more active lifestyle.
- Event Summary: Joining one of our Gentle Steps to Walking sessions is a great first step to a more active lifestyle.
Events for June
30th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
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Event Summary:
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
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Event Summary:
Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Open Prayer in St. Cuthbert’s Chapel
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Event Summary:
St. Cuthbert’s Chapel is now open for silent prayer every Tuesday morning from 9.30am to 10am.
- Event Summary: St. Cuthbert’s Chapel is now open for silent prayer every Tuesday morning from 9.30am to 10am.
Events for July
1st
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Tea Dance at Ushaw
- Event Summary: Put on your dancing shoes and join us for a delightful afternoon of music, dancing and companionship at Ushaw!
Couch to 5K by Thrive
- Event Summary: In just 10 weeks, Couch to 5k is an easy way to get fitter, happier and healthier.
Events for July
2nd
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Forget Me Notes Choir
- Event Summary: Join our friendly and informal choir led by professional musician Bethany Elen Coyle.
House & Chapels Tour
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for July
3rd
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Boundless Books
- Event Summary: Boundless Books meet the first Friday of every month to share a love for books.
Discover Big Library
- Event Summary: Experience the Big Library on the first Friday of every month (July-Dec 2026).
Friday Mass
- Event Summary: At the heart of Ushaw’s faith programme is the weekly Mass, which is held at 12.30pm every Friday.
Singing Bunnies
- Event Summary: Sing, dance, shake, rattle and bang along with talented local musician Rachel Purcell.
House & Chapels Tour
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for July
4th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Summer Art Craft Fair
- Event Summary: A stunning Summer celebration of the North East's seasoned and exciting rising artistic talent!
Saturday Young Stitchers
- Event Summary: Saturday Young Stitchers welcomes all abilities to hone their skills.
House & Chapels Tour
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Events for July
5th
150 Years of Wedding Dresses
- Event Summary: A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today.
Extinction
- Event Summary: Through a mix of information panels, replica objects and interactives, the exhibition asks the questions; what is extinction?
Summer Art Craft Fair
- Event Summary: A stunning Summer celebration of the North East's seasoned and exciting rising artistic talent!
House & Chapels Tour
- Event Summary: Explore our breath-taking Pugin designed Chapels and beautiful function rooms with one of our experienced and knowledgeable guides.
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